HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-07-21 MINUTESREGULAR MEETING
COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL
July 21, 2004
OPEN FORUM — 7:15 p.m.
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Open forum provides a person an opportunity to inform the Council of a problem or to
request information related to City business not scheduled for Council action and on the
Agenda. Mayor Shiely encouraged persons to limit their remarks to two (2) minutes per
issue.
Present: Mayor Sandy Shiely
Council Member Mark Grossklaus
Council Member Cheryl Kohls
Council Member Pat Rice
Council Member Jim Wolcott
Also Present: Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator
Ron Hedberg, Finance and Administrative Services Director
Howard Blin, Community Development Director
John Mickelson, Public Safety Director
Les Burshten, Public Works Director
Caron Stransky, City Clerk
Corrine Thomson, City Attorney
Not Present:
No one stepped forward to speak during Open Forum.
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council of the City of Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota held a regular
meeting on Wednesday, July 21, 2004, at the Cottage Grove City Hall, 7516 80` Street
South. Mayor Sandy Shiely called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Sandy Shiely
Council Member Mark Grossklaus
Council Member Cheryl Kohls
Council Member Pat Rice
Council Member Jim Wolcott
Also Present:Ryan Schroeder, CityAdministrator
Ron Hedberg, Finance and Administrative Services Director
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Howard Blin, Community Development Director
John Mickelson, Public Safety Director
Les Burshten, Public Works Director
Caron Stransky, City Clerk
Corrine Thomson, City Attorney
Not Present:
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY RICE, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
PRESENTATIONS
A. Girl Scout Gold Awards — Amanda Heastrom and Clarissa Resler
Mayor Shiely stated that she and the Council have the honor of presenting two local girls,
Amanda Hegstrom and Clarissa Resler, with plaques recognizing the Girl Scout Gold Awards
they had earned. She stated that after the presentation the girls would provide the Council
with a presentation of the projects they participated in to earn this award. She invited the
Council to join her on the floor.
Mayor Shiely and the City Council presented Amanda Hegstrom with a plaque from the City
of Cottage Grove recognizing her Girl Scout Gold Award.
Mayor Shiely and the City Council presented Clarissa Resler with a plaque from the City of
Cottage Grove recognizing her Girl Scout Gold Award.
Amanda Hegstrom and Clarissa Resler thanked the City Council for their awards. Ms.
Hegstrom and Ms. Ressler provided the Council with a brief overview of their projects. Ms.
Hegstrom explained the project process to Council noting that they had to have 50 hours of
planning and community services. She stated that their projects included the flower gardens
and park cleanup at Kingston Park, painting at Lion's Levy Park, painting the hockey fence at
Loveland Park in Newport, 100` Street Cleanup, Grey Cloud Island Road Cleanup, in
addition to working with other Girl Scout Troops on various projects. They thanked the
Council for their time and their award noting that it was a great experience.
Mayor Shiely congratulated Ms. Resler and Ms. Hegstrom and thanked them for their
contributions.
B. 2003 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Finance and Administrative Services Director Hedberg stated that Dave Blumberg, CPA and
Senior Auditor with the City's auditing firm, HLB Tautges Redpath, would present the 2003
Financial Statements and review the Management Letter with Council. He explained that in
2003 the City of Cottage Grove implemented the new accounting standard requiring that a
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financial statement follow a new format. He further explained that the new format required a
large amount of work by the finance department noting that he would like to recognize
Brenda Peper and Cathy Mohr for their extraordinary efforts required for this year. He stated
that Mr. Blumberg is present to provide the Council with an overview of the changes in the
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
Dave Blumberg, CPA and Senior Auditor, HLB Tautges Redpath, provided the Council with
an overview of the 2003 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. He reviewed the list of
reports issued with the Audit: the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the main changes
due to GASB 34, the State Legal Compliance Report, the SAS 99, the Statement on Auditing
Standards, consideration of fraud in financial statements, the Management Letter and the
General Fund balance. He thanked the Council noting that it has been a wonderful
experience working with the Staff.
MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY RICE, TO RECEIVE AND ACCEPT THE 2003
COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. May 5, 2004 Regular Meeting.
Mayor Shiely stated that the minutes stand approved, as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Shiely pulled Item 4K, the Red Rock Corridor Agreement, for further discussion. She
explained that the consulting firm is beginning to work on the environmental impact statement
and financfal statement noting that the City does not have a funding commitment at this time.
She stated that the Regional Transit would fund the study. She stated that as a part of the
joint powers agreement and as one of the signatories they need to do this as part of the
process. She reviewed the funding concerns stating that they are operating under the
assumption that at some point they would have a commuter-rail line for Cottage Grove. She
stated that the City of Cottage Grove is a part of this process because the study would
include reviewing potential locations for the Transit Station. She stated that throughout this
process they would continue to educate the public and keep the community informed of their
progress. She noted that flyers would be available to the public at the National Night Out
event.
Council Member Rice pulled Items 4B and 4D for further discussion. He explained that both
items are for donations to the City of Cottage Grove for the Annual Youth Safety Camp. He
stated that he would like to thank everyone for their donations.
MOTION BY GROSSKLAUS, SECONDED BY RICE, TO:
A. ACCEPT AND PLACE ON FILE THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
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B. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 04-113 ACCEPTING DONATION FROM COTTAGE
GROVE AREA CRIME PREVENTION AND CRIMINAL APPREHENSION FUND FOR
THE COTTAGE GROVE'S 11 ANNUAL YOUTH SAFETY CAMP.
C. RATIFY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY'S ACTION TO AUTHORIZE
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS WITH AMERICAN AGCO AND PLASTIC
RESOURCES, INC.
D. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 04-114 ACCEPTING DONATION FROM ADVANCED
SPORTSWEAR, INC. FOR COTTAGE GROVE'S 11 ANNUAL YOUTH SAFETY
CAMP.
E. CONVEY TO THE LOWER ST. CROIX VALLEY WATERSHED
ORGANIZATION THAT COTTAGE GROVE HAS NO FURTHEI
THEIR MANAGEMENT PLAN.
F. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF TWO SKIDSTEER LOADERS
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MANAGEMENT
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FROM TRI-STATE
BOBCAT.
AUTHORIZE STAFF TO AWARD THE CONTRACT TO CONTRACT CAULKING,
INC. TO ACCOMPLISH CAULKING WORK AT CITY HALL IN THE AMOUNT OF
$6,180.00.
APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A 1-TON PICKUP CAB AND CHASSIS FROM ELK
RIVER FORD AND THE DUMP BODY FROM CRYSTEEL TRUCK EQUIPMENT.
RECEIVE INFORMATION ON PROPOSED RETAIL BUILDING AT 8599 WEST
POINT DOUGLAS ROAD.
J. RECEIVE INFORMATION ON EXPIRATION OF MORATORIUM IN EAST RAVINE.
K. ENTER INTO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED RED ROCK CORRIDOR JOINT
POWERS AGREEMENT.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED OPEN FORUM ISSUES
NONE
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NONE'
BID AWARDS
NONE
UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
A. Consider Approvinq Assessment Policv Work Plan.
Monica Percic, Management Analyst, provided the Council with an overview of the
Assessment Policy Work Plan. She reviewed the objectives stating that they would like
feedback on the items outlined in the memo and to request approval of the work plan. She
explained that the scope of the project is to refine the City's assessment procedure. She
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reviewed the timeline and history of the pavement management projects with Council. She
reviewed the assessment levels and the property assessment process with Council. She
explained that the action they are requesting from Council is to approve the work plan so
they can begin developing and creating this into a policy. She suggested convening a
Pavement Task Force that would include a cross section of the community in both skill set
and knowledge. She suggested setting overall goals and a timeline for the taskforce in
addition to determining the selection process. She stated that special assessments must
meet at least the criteria identified in the work plan and reviewed with Council.
Council Member Kohls stated that she would be interested in knowing the membership of the
last taskforce based on location. She noted that she did not need the names of the
individuals but would like a map that identifies the areas covered by the membership. Ms.
Percic provided Council with a map of the areas that have been addressed so far.
Finance and Administrative Services Director Hedberg stated that they could take the roster
and identify locations on the map for Council review. He stated that they would like to get a
good mix of individuals to include on the task force but would also like feedback from Council
on the process.
Mayor Shiely suggested a combination of advertising and nomination. She asked that they
ensure that all areas are represented on the Task Force.
Council Member Kohls agreed stating that the areas should include representation from the
commercial and industrial areas, the religious communities, the school system, and both rural
and loc�l residential areas in addition to previous task force members. Council Member
Wolcott agreed that they should include some of the previous members to ensure the
knowledge gained from their prior experience is utilized.
City Administrator Schroeder reviewed the Task Force process and membership with
Council.
Mayor Shiely confirmed that the Council is in agreement and supports the process of moving
forward. Council agreed.
MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY KOHLS, TO APPROVE THE ASSESSMENT POLICY
WORK PLAN. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
B. Consider Implementinq the ICON Software Proqram for Pavement Manaqement with
GoodPoint Technoloqv.
Public Works Director Burshten stated that the Pavement Task Force began the evaluation
and inventory process in 1994. He stated that the process presented several questions
noting that they would like to be more proactive moving forward. He explained that when this
Task Force convenes they plan to address the questions raised noting that they have to be
aware that this program, once initiated, would have to be carried on every three to four years
with a similar program. He provided the Council with a brief history noting that City Engineer
Levitt would provide the Council with a presentation of the Pavement Management System.
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City Engineer Levitt provided Council with background of the Pavement Management
System. She explained that the process would include determining what they should do, the
timeline and the locations. She stated that they want to optimize the costs and make it a cost
effective decision. She stated that the key is to optimize funding and maintain the PCI
pavement index and backlog in the process. She noted that good roads cost less than bad
roads noting that it could cost four to five times more without maintenance. She explained
that with the ICON software program they would be able to capture the best timeframe to do
sealcoats and overlays. She noted that this would help to expand the life of the pavement
considerably by utilizing effective pavement management processes. She explained that the
software captures the history of the pavement and can be customized to meet the needs of
the City. She noted that the inventory would also provide a good overview for the
Comprehensive Plan. She provided the Council with an overview of the inventory process
noting that for the 2007 CIP they would be able to effectively identify projects, manage the
policies and parameters, pull current data queries, provide graphical representations and fully
utilize the maintenance practices to get the most longevity from the streets. She stated that
the software would also provide funding scenarios that would allow them to maximize the
conditions and minimize the backlogs.
Tony Struve, Good Pointe Technology, provided the Council with an overview of the charts
and the software functionality.
Council Member Kohls asked who would actually walk the area and take down the
information. Mr. Struve stated that Good Point staff would walk the areas. He reviewed the
process noting that the totals would be entered into the software and would generate the
PCI's. He'stated that the database could then be linked back to the GIS system.
Mayor Shiely asked Public Works Director Burshten for his feedback on the software and
asked if it would be a beneficial investment for the City. Public Works Director Burshten
stated that it would be very beneficial for budgeting purposes and bringing back
recommendations to the Council. He stated that it is a very good program noting that the
Company is very good.
Mayor Shiely stated that as a Council they are committed to ensuring that once the roads are
done there is a system in place to continue with the ongoing maintenance. She agreed that
this would be a real aid in helping them do this.
MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY GROSSKLAUS, TO AUTHORIZE THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ICON SOFTWARE PROGRAM FOR PAVEMENT
MANAGEMENT WITH GOODPOINT TECHNOLOGY. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
NONE
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS
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Mayor Shiely reminded everyone that August 3, 2004 is National Night Out at Woodridge
Park. She reviewed the event with Council and encouraged everyone in the Community to
come out and join in. Council Member Rice noted that the events begin at 5:00 p.m.
PAY BILLS
MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY GROSSKLAUS, TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF CHECK
NUMBERS 135494 THROUGH 135702 TOTALING $853,089.81. (CHECKS 135494 —
135520 IN THE AMOUNT OF $120,907.43 ISSUED PRIOR TO COUNCIL APPROVAL.)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
WORKSHOP SESSION — OPEN
A. Workers' Compensation/Ambulance Service.
Mayor Shiely explained that this workshop topic came about from a particular situation that
occurred in June 2004. She noted that the employee issue has been settled adding that
Council felt that there were questions that came out of this situation that should be
addressed. She stated that Staff has prepared a folder of responses to some of the issues
and has asked Council for their comments. She stated that it is extremely important that they
do not include the specific incident addressed in June as it is related to a specific City
employee and the League of Minnesota Cities. She stated that the employee has been
assured that the issue would not be discussed.
City Administrator Schroeder stated that at the June 16, 2004 meeting Council requested
additional information from Staff, the League of Minnesota Cities and data from the
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry as it relates to Workers' Compensation
education, training and support, accident reporting procedures, the City Workers'
Compensation premium, and claims statistics. He stated that the report includes a memo
from Public Safety Director Mickelson addressing the policy discussion and the decisions
surrounding ambulance service and billing to the Public Safety personnel on duty. He
provided Council with an overview of the reports.
Mayor Shiely clarified that the write-offs are not all due to Medicare but also include waivers
from Medicaid. She asked how the write-offs relate to total billings and how would they
change for ambulance rides provided to employees.
City Administrator Schroeder reviewed Exhibit 3 with Council noting that it is a short form
showing the number of employees that have been transported due to injury or illness and the
costs incurred. He noted that the last exhibit was prepared at the request of Public Safety
Director Mickelson stating that he asked for a differentiation of the types of Workers'
Compensation injuries. He explained that it represented approximately 29 workers'
compensation injuries per year noting that most injuries are not considered significant or
catastrophic. He reviewed the non-medical/medical treatment and lost time injuries with
Council.
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Council Member Kohls referenced the percentages and clarified that the number takes into
account the `information only' cases. City Administrator Schroeder stated that it includes any
incident that has been reported.
Council Member Kohls asked if the percentages would be skewed if they removed the
`information only' cases from the report. City Administrator Schroeder stated that the
percentages would change considerably and reviewed with Council.
City Administrator Schroeder clarified that the Workers' Compensation carrier has to provide
an answer within 14-days noting that most of the time the incidents are straightForward. He
reviewed the research process they take with Council noting that many times they could deny
a claim and come back to change the decision based on further research and additional
information.
Council Member Kohls thanked Finance and Administrative Services Director Hedberg and
Staff for pulling the information together. She stated that it has given her a better
understanding of the expenses and processes. She clarified that the training is mandatory
for all employees. City Clerk Stransky stated that the training is an annual process and is
mandatory either via video or in person. She reviewed the process with Council noting that
the latest training sessions have been held at two different locations.
Mayor Shiely asked what the City does, as far as billing, if they have an employee who used
the City ambulance service and their claim is denied. She asked if the City has a mechanism
in place to help the employee.
City Administrator Schroeder explained that the procedures have changed over time. He
reviewed the process with Council noting that they are currently searching for a Safety
Consultant. He noted that they currently do not have an internal process available to assist
employees with the insurance process.
Mayor Shiely stated that the Council also has some responsibilities and should be kept
informed with each situation.
Council Member Kohls asked who helps the employee through the paperwork and ensures
that timelines are met. City Administrator Schroeder stated that City Clerk Stransky is
responsible for ensuring that the paperwork is processed and that timelines are met. He
explained that she confers with the supervisors to ensure that all of the information is
handled appropriately.
Council Member Kohls stated that she would like a discussion regarding the overall
ambulance billing process. She stated that in reviewing the numbers she does not see billing
costs for ambulance services provided to an employee injured on job. She reviewed the
billing expenditures with Council noting that she does not believe that an employee should
have to bear the costs for an injury that occurred while working for the City of Cottage Grove.
She stated that she feels an obligation to the employees that work hard for the City. She
stated that.she is very uncomfortable with sending collection notices to employees for an
ambulance bill.
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Council Member Rice stated that determining when to charge for a medical service is a
difficult process and reviewed with Council. He expressed his disagreed stating that the
costs can be high. He stated that he cannot see how the City is going to take care of all of
the ambulance bills and reviewed his concerns with Council.
Finance and Administrative Services Director Hedberg explained that when the City
outsourced the process they followed the business rules and guidelines and reviewed the
process with Council. He explained that phone contact is made at 120 days as a follow-up
and to offer any assistance.
Mayor Shiely stated that outsourcing this process was one of their concerns. She stated that
they do not want to lose their connection with the employee or resident.
Council Member Kohls thanked Public Safety Director Mickelson for his memo and
clarification of the process. She clarified that Council wants to be sure that there is a clear
process for the supervisor that provides direction for emergency situations involving their
employees.
City Administrator Schroeder clarified that the general position would be that they would not
order an employee to take the ambulance but would ofFer the opportunity and leave the
decision to the employee. He noted that from time to time there could be situations that
would require a judgment call from the department level.
Mayor Shiely called a break at 9:20 p.m.
Mayor Shiely called the meeting back to order at 9:28 p.m.
B. Hidden Valley Crossing Site Design.
City Engineer Levitt stated that the final traffic control analysis for the Thompson Grove
Neighborhood has been completed. She stated that the report for recommended traffic
control changes has been provided to Council for their review. She explained that the report
outlines the stop signs to be removed and the location of the new ones to be implemented.
She reviewed the background history of the traffic control request with Council noting that the
key tasks of the traffic analysis were to review the appropriate traffic control necessary for
key intersections and to address future development impacts in the area. She stated that
implementation of the proposed traffic control for the neighborhood would involve a
considerable amount of public education including neighborhood meetings, maps in the local
newspapers and distribution of fliers to the neighborhood. She stated that in addition to the
education the City plans to go beyond the recommended changes to include additional
warning signs that would include flashers, red flags on top of the new stop signs, barrels with
stops signs at the centerline of each intersection and additional reflectors on the new stop
signs. She stated that Staff is recommending that they begin the implementation of the
education of the public as soon as possible. She reviewed the proposed changes and
timelines with Council and asked for feedback and suggestions.
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Council Member Wolcott referenced 90 Street and Grenadier stating that only two homes
are located at this intersection and asked why they are recommending placement of a stop
sign in this area. City Engineer Levitt explained that the key to the recommendation is
consistency along the two corridors. She reviewed the process with Council.
Council Member Wolcott stated that placement of this stop sign and the stop sign at Grenada
and 87�' Street do not make sense, they are dead-end streets. He stated that this would be
a big change for the neighborhood and would take a considerable amount of education for
the residents to make this happen.
Council Member Rice stated that this really needed to be done in this area. He noted that he
lived in this area for over twenty years and explained that there never has been consistency
in the signage. He asked if the Grenada area had been considered for this project. Public
Works Director Burshten stated that this area would be included in a future study and
reviewed with Council. City Administrator Schroeder further clarified that they would like to
experience the changes in this area first and incorporate lessons learned for future projects
that would be included in a separate study.
Mayor Shiely agreed that there could be some problems with re-learning traffic patterns
adding that there would be considerable advantages for those concerned about the
increased traffic along Hadley. She stated that the recommendations and changes would be
very positive for the area. She stated that she is in general agreement with the
recommendations noting that she is hearing the same from Council.
Council Member Grossklaus expressed concerns regarding the 30 — 35 mile per hour speed
limit changes in the school district area and asked for further clarification. City Engineer
Levitt stated that initially there was a large variety of signage in the school district area that
was very confusing. She stated that they reviewed this area and Staff has already
addressed the inconsistencies. She reviewed the changes and recommendations with
Council.
C. Thompson Grove Traffic Control Analvsis
Community Development Director Blin stated that since the approval of the Hidden Valley
Crossing PUD, Mike Rygh has been working on locating commercial businesses to develop
the commercial portions of the area. He noted that the senior housing condominium portion
of the PUD is in the process of being leased for construction in the fall of 2004. He noted
that one of the first prospective commercial uses of the site is the gas and convenience
store. He stated that Linn Companies, who own and operate the Jamaica BP and the
Goodyear Service Center, are interested in constructing a new Holiday store on the property.
Mike Rygh provided the Council with a brief update of the project noting that the road is setup
to be installed this fall, senior housing is proposed to also start this fall and they are now
beginning to plan the retail portion of the project. He reviewed the original recommendation
with Council noting that they are currently working with the Linn Company to determine what
would be best to make this a successful site. He noted that through the process they found
that there is less interest in the daycare facility than originally thought. He explained that
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they are not sure if there is a large enough market and the space is now being listed as office
space. He stated that Kathy Anderson is present to review the design proposal.
Kathy Anderson, Architectural Consortium, stated that they had very good neighborhood
meetings that provided good feedback on the project. She reviewed the reasons for the
moving the gas station to the corner. She reviewed the access points with Council. She
stated that they have reviewed all of the issues and are working closely with the
neighborhood. She stated that they have received very positive feedback regarding the
lighting and landscaping proposed noting that the canopy would be internal to the site, as it
would stop the glare from the lights. She noted that the new site plan would include a
restaurant pad and additional retail space. She stated that they have also received very
positive feedback on the gateway entrance and outdoor plaza area noting that it would create
a very upscale tone for the area. She stated that one of the issues was with moving the car
wash. She reviewed the original proposal noting that in reviewing staff comments they
wanted to see traffic flow contiguous through the site.
Mayor Shiely asked about the fountains proposed for the area. Ms. Anderson explained that
they are not that far in the design process adding that this suggestion could be reviewed
further.
Ms. Anderson reviewed the carwash access points with Council. She indicated that there are
creative ways to address the access points noting that fountains could be incorporated into
the design of the area. She reviewed the architectural design with Council. She referenced
the gas'station location noting the design would include berming to minimize the effect from
lighting.
Community Development Director Blin stated that the PUD is very specific in terms of the
restrictions for the gas station. He stated that there is a limit of four pump islands. He
explained that Mr. Linn would like to add one more pump for diesel fuel dispensing. He
stated that another condition to consider is that currently it does not allow for outdoor
storage. He stated that Mr. Linn would like to ask if it would be possible to have a propane
cylinder exchange, which would be discussed further when the PUD is presented for
discussion.
Mayor Shiely asked Mr. Linn if he is asking for a change in the hours of operation. Mr. Linn
confirmed stating that the original request included two separate hours for operation, one for
the store and one for the car wash. He explained that he would like to coordinate the hours
and reviewed the changes with Council. He referenced the concerns regarding noise from
the carwash impacting the residential area and explained that the drying unit of the canvash
would be directed towards the interior of the lot. He stated that the noise levels would be
contained and not heard by the residential areas. He reviewed the recommended access
points, the landscaping, the number of pumps and outdoor storage with Council.
Council Member Rice asked Mr. Linn if they still own the Grange Boulevard station. Mr. Linn
explained that they never owned the land or the station. He further explained that they
leased the property. He stated that they have elected to sell the station on Grange.
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Council Member Rice stated that he has no issues with the request for the diesel pump or
outdoor storage. He stated that he likes the improvements made on the project.
Council Member Grossklaus clarified that he never had an issue with the proposal noting he
was against the way the land was rezoned. He stated that Mr. Rygh has done a great job
and has gone above and beyond what he had to do. He stated that he likes the
improvements made on the landscaping adding that they have done a good job in keeping
the residents informed. He thanked Mr. Rygh for his hard work and willingness to work with
the residents.
Council Member Wolcott stated that he would like to see the carwash moved. He stated that
the circulation is good and asked if there is a way to do the carwash and still keep the flow of
the area. He stated that viewing the convenience store would be better than the carwash
adding that he liked the landscaping and berming. He stated that overall they have done a
good job with the design.
Mayor Shiely stated that she likes the exterior and the overall design of the site. She stated
that she is also in favor of moving the carwash to a different site versus viewing it as you
enter the site. She stated that she does not have any problems with the number of pumps,
the outdoor storage or the coordination of the hours of operation. She stated that she
appreciates how they have included the residents in the process and thanked them for a job
well done.
WORKSHOP SESSION — CLOSED
NONE
ADJOURNMENT
MOTIO,N BY RICE, SECONDED BY GROSSKLAUS, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT
10:20 P.M. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonita Sullivan
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.